It’s only January, yet now is the time to start planning summer activities for high school students. Engaging in summer activities can significantly enhance a student’s college application, showcasing qualities such as curiosity, drive, and initiative. While colleges consider the extracurriculars a student is engaged in during the school year; they also value evidence of…
The expert college counselors at International College Counselors recommend that high school students make their summer plans early. College admissions officers like to see that high school students have used their summers wisely. Among the opportunities the Broward, Palm Beach and Miami college advisors at International College Counselors suggest for high school students who want to attend college are: summer internships, summer academic programs, dual enrollment, summer jobs, volunteering and online courses. Students and parents working with expert college counselors at International College Counselors should call now to make an appointment to discuss summer plans.